Proportionally: meaning, definitions and examples

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proportionally

 

[ prəˈpɔː.ʃən.əl.i ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in relation to another factor

In a manner that maintains a consistent ratio or relationship to another factor.

Synonyms

consistently, equally, evenly

Examples of usage

  • The amount of ingredients used in the recipe should be proportionally adjusted based on the number of servings required.
  • The speed of the car increased proportionally with the pressure on the accelerator pedal.
Context #2 | Adverb

in a proportional way

In a way that corresponds in size, amount, or degree to something else.

Synonyms

commensurately, correspondingly, relatively

Examples of usage

  • The salary is proportionally linked to the experience and qualifications of the employee.
  • The size of the font should be increased proportionally to improve readability.

Translations

Translations of the word "proportionally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 proporcionalmente

🇮🇳 अनुपातिक रूप से

🇩🇪 proportional

🇮🇩 proporsional

🇺🇦 пропорційно

🇵🇱 proporcjonalnie

🇯🇵 比例して

🇫🇷 proportionnellement

🇪🇸 proporcionalmente

🇹🇷 orantılı olarak

🇰🇷 비례하여

🇸🇦 بنسبة

🇨🇿 proporcionálně

🇸🇰 proporcionálne

🇨🇳 按比例

🇸🇮 sorazmerno

🇮🇸 hlutfallslega

🇰🇿 пропорционалды түрде

🇬🇪 პროპორციულად

🇦🇿 mütənasib olaraq

🇲🇽 proporcionalmente

Etymology

The word 'proportionally' is derived from the word 'proportion', which comes from the Latin word 'proportio' meaning 'comparative relation'. The concept of proportion has been a fundamental principle in mathematics, art, architecture, and various other fields for centuries. Understanding proportions and using them effectively allows for balanced and harmonious relationships between different elements.

See also: disproportion, disproportionally, disproportionate, disproportionately, proportional, proportionate, proportionately, proportions.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,388, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.